$ 175-200 per hour
Justin M Bougher
About Justin
Biography
I am a graduate of the University of Iowa where I received a degree in English. I then attended DePaul University where i received my J.D. From there I worked briefly in Chicago as a criminal defense attorney. In May of 2011 I accepted a position as an Assistant State's Attorney for McDonough County. After three years as a prosecutor I went into private practice with Lucie, Scalf and Graham. I now handle a variety of matters including criminal defense, family law and civil litigation.
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Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Illinois for 15 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2010
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Location
Lucie, Scalf & Bougher
315 E. Jackson, P.O. Box 790, Macomb, IL, 61455
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Posted by Howard | August 24, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Professionalism and compassion
Justin M Bougher was able to help me solve a legal matter that had been unresolved for many years. He was able to get my case heard by the proper authorities and thanks to his efforts it came to a successful resolution. His legal expertise was matched by his understanding of my situation and how to...
Justin M Bougher's Lawyer Endorsements
"Having seen Mr. Bougher defend his clients as well as prosecute mine, I can say that he has earned my respect. He has a unique perspective that only someone who has been both a prosecutor and a defense attorney can boast."
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Experience
Honors
2010
CALI - Advanced Criminal Procedure, DePaul University
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Partner, Lucie, Scalf and Bougher
2011 - 2014
First Assistant, McDonough County State's Attorney's Office
2010 - 2011
Associate, Daniel E. Radakovich, Attorney at Law
2008 - 2010
Clerk, Daniel E. Radakovich, Attorney at Law
Associations
2017 - Present
McDonough County Bar AssociationPresident
2011 - Present
McDonough County Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2016 - 2017
McDonough County Bar AssociationVice President
2016 - 2017
McDonough County Bar AssociationTreasurer
2010 - 2011
Chicago Bar AssociationMember
2010 - 2013
American Bar AssociationYoung Lawyers Division
Sample of Legal Cases
People v. Joseph McCloud
Not Guilty
People v. Alvin Montgomery
Education
2010
DePaul University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
University of Iowa
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Illinois IntegratedProtocol Initiative Training Program
Domestic Violence Prevention
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What happens on a domestic violence arraignment court date?
20 Sep 2018
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Will my 13 year old Marijuana possession of under or less than 2. 5 grams of Marijuana affect my back ground check?
13 Nov 2017
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How can a bond say personal recognizance..$1500 if you weren't there, I thought you had to be in front of judge for any bond
01 Feb 2016